University Of Michigan
Taubman College W25 Architecture GSI (Limited Availability Positions)
University Of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, us, 48113
Taubman College W25 Architecture GSI (Limited Availability Positions)
All positions require that you submit a cover letter and a resume combined into a single PDF file. Applications are due by December 3, 2024.Limited Availability Positions EligibilityOnly students currently enrolled at Taubman College are eligible to apply to become a graduate student instructor (GSI) at Taubman College. Generally, each program only hires students from within their field. The positions listed here are for architecture students only. Dual-degree students must take 75% of their course work and must be enrolled for at least 6 credit hours at Taubman College in the term they hold a GSI position. Only students who have satisfactory academic performance are eligible for a GSI position, defined as:3.0 GPA or aboveNo more than one outstanding incompleteProgress toward degree at the rate of 9 or more credits per semesterCourse Descriptions and Responsibilities
Course Title: Arch 212 - Understanding Architecture
Required Availability:
Mon, Wed 9:00-10:00am. Recitations are on Fridays between 9:00 and 11:00amEstimated FTE:
18.7%Faculty:
Keith MitnickCourse Description:
This course examines visual, cultural, historical, and philosophical aspects of the built environment using examples from the field of architecture and the allied arts. Upon completion, the student is expected to demonstrate an understanding of the ideation context and the formal attributes of the built environments of various eras.GSI Responsibilities:
Lead a discussion section (1hr/wk), grade weekly assignments (4hrs/wk), and give one lecture (1hr/wk).Minimum Qualifications:
M.Arch student.Course Title: Arch 326 - Theories & Methods II
Required Availability:
Mon, Wed 10:30-11:30amEstimated FTE:
23.7%Faculty:
Joy Knoblauch, Craig WilkinsCourse Description:
This course considers techniques and strategies of architectural design through exemplary buildings.GSI Responsibilities:
Run discussion section, assist in drafting assignments and exams, and grade student work (totaling approximately 8 hrs/wk).Minimum Qualifications:
GPA 3.0 or above, acute coursework knowledge of theory; strong writing and thinking skills.Course Title: Arch 357 - Architecture, Sustainability, and the City
Required Availability:
Mon, Wed 10:00-11:00amEstimated FTE:
23.7%Faculty:
Jen MaigretCourse Description:
Introduction to the design of the built environment, focusing on sustainability and urbanism.GSI Responsibilities:
Weekly class contact, office hours, preparation, and grading (totaling approximately 10 hrs/wk).Minimum Qualifications:
Academic experience in architecture and/or urban design.Course Title: Arch 411/509 - Becoming Digital
Required Availability:
Tue, Thurs 10-11:30amEstimated FTE:
23.7%Faculty:
Ellie AbronsCourse Description:
This course introduces students to digital technologies and their implications for the built environment.GSI Responsibilities:
Attend class and meetings, provide assistance to students, and grade assignments (totaling approximately 8.75 hrs/wk).Minimum Qualifications:
Master or Doctoral students in Architecture or Urban Design.Course Title: Arch 425 - Environmental Systems
Required Availability:
Thu 8:30-11:30amEstimated FTE:
23.7%Faculty:
Lars JunghansCourse Description:
Study of building thermal, lighting, and acoustic systems.GSI Responsibilities:
Instruction of sustainable design content and grading (totaling approximately 10.5 hrs/wk).Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge in sustainable architecture design.Course Title: Arch 572 - Architectural Theory & Criticism
Required Availability:
Wed 1:00-3:00pmEstimated FTE:
23.7%Faculty:
Enrique RamirezCourse Description:
Examination of the role of architecture in contemporary crises.GSI Responsibilities:
Attend lectures, maintain discussion sections, and grade assignments (totaling approximately 9 hrs/wk).Minimum Qualifications:
Having enrolled in ARC 572 in the past or demonstrate good baseline knowledge of theory and criticism.Contact Information
Cassie Germain, Human Resources Coordinator for Staff and StudentsTaubman College of Architecture and Urban PlanningThe University of Michigangermainc@umich.edu
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All positions require that you submit a cover letter and a resume combined into a single PDF file. Applications are due by December 3, 2024.Limited Availability Positions EligibilityOnly students currently enrolled at Taubman College are eligible to apply to become a graduate student instructor (GSI) at Taubman College. Generally, each program only hires students from within their field. The positions listed here are for architecture students only. Dual-degree students must take 75% of their course work and must be enrolled for at least 6 credit hours at Taubman College in the term they hold a GSI position. Only students who have satisfactory academic performance are eligible for a GSI position, defined as:3.0 GPA or aboveNo more than one outstanding incompleteProgress toward degree at the rate of 9 or more credits per semesterCourse Descriptions and Responsibilities
Course Title: Arch 212 - Understanding Architecture
Required Availability:
Mon, Wed 9:00-10:00am. Recitations are on Fridays between 9:00 and 11:00amEstimated FTE:
18.7%Faculty:
Keith MitnickCourse Description:
This course examines visual, cultural, historical, and philosophical aspects of the built environment using examples from the field of architecture and the allied arts. Upon completion, the student is expected to demonstrate an understanding of the ideation context and the formal attributes of the built environments of various eras.GSI Responsibilities:
Lead a discussion section (1hr/wk), grade weekly assignments (4hrs/wk), and give one lecture (1hr/wk).Minimum Qualifications:
M.Arch student.Course Title: Arch 326 - Theories & Methods II
Required Availability:
Mon, Wed 10:30-11:30amEstimated FTE:
23.7%Faculty:
Joy Knoblauch, Craig WilkinsCourse Description:
This course considers techniques and strategies of architectural design through exemplary buildings.GSI Responsibilities:
Run discussion section, assist in drafting assignments and exams, and grade student work (totaling approximately 8 hrs/wk).Minimum Qualifications:
GPA 3.0 or above, acute coursework knowledge of theory; strong writing and thinking skills.Course Title: Arch 357 - Architecture, Sustainability, and the City
Required Availability:
Mon, Wed 10:00-11:00amEstimated FTE:
23.7%Faculty:
Jen MaigretCourse Description:
Introduction to the design of the built environment, focusing on sustainability and urbanism.GSI Responsibilities:
Weekly class contact, office hours, preparation, and grading (totaling approximately 10 hrs/wk).Minimum Qualifications:
Academic experience in architecture and/or urban design.Course Title: Arch 411/509 - Becoming Digital
Required Availability:
Tue, Thurs 10-11:30amEstimated FTE:
23.7%Faculty:
Ellie AbronsCourse Description:
This course introduces students to digital technologies and their implications for the built environment.GSI Responsibilities:
Attend class and meetings, provide assistance to students, and grade assignments (totaling approximately 8.75 hrs/wk).Minimum Qualifications:
Master or Doctoral students in Architecture or Urban Design.Course Title: Arch 425 - Environmental Systems
Required Availability:
Thu 8:30-11:30amEstimated FTE:
23.7%Faculty:
Lars JunghansCourse Description:
Study of building thermal, lighting, and acoustic systems.GSI Responsibilities:
Instruction of sustainable design content and grading (totaling approximately 10.5 hrs/wk).Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge in sustainable architecture design.Course Title: Arch 572 - Architectural Theory & Criticism
Required Availability:
Wed 1:00-3:00pmEstimated FTE:
23.7%Faculty:
Enrique RamirezCourse Description:
Examination of the role of architecture in contemporary crises.GSI Responsibilities:
Attend lectures, maintain discussion sections, and grade assignments (totaling approximately 9 hrs/wk).Minimum Qualifications:
Having enrolled in ARC 572 in the past or demonstrate good baseline knowledge of theory and criticism.Contact Information
Cassie Germain, Human Resources Coordinator for Staff and StudentsTaubman College of Architecture and Urban PlanningThe University of Michigangermainc@umich.edu
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